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An accessible space for crafters and designers to connect
For many years Ravelry has been the place for independent designers, spinners and dyers to sell their amazing work. Many designer's livelihood has relied on this site. However, with the recent accessibility problems with Ravelry, many are choosing to find alternative platforms to sell their work either in place or in addition to Ravelry. If you would like to support their efforts here Is a handy guide. Please be aware many of the designers are in the process of making their work available on alternative platforms. Visiting designer's websites, signing up for their Newsletter and following on social media will help you stay up to date on their efforts AND show your support for their commitment to inclusion and accessibility.
Sarah BradburyKnits and... Sarah's site is an eclectic mix of fiber arts, graphic arts, cooking recipes, and more than I even know.. She has a collection of free patterns including edgings and inserts. Her Patterns for sale can be found under the Shop Tab and purchased through Payhip. And for the sexist out there she has original fabric designs available as well! |
Shake Your BootiesKathie a duel Australian/US citizen lives in Athens, Georgia. She has been knitting most of her life. She is a tech editor and designer. Kathie specializes in patterns for baby booties. Her designs range from traditional to unique. All babies are cute. And every baby baby will be cuter with one of her designs. |
Stephanie EarpStephanie's pattens have appeared in several magazines and the Cascade book series "Quick Knits". She specializes in garments focusing on unique construction, new stitch patterns, or finding new ways to use old patterns. You are sure to find a top that suits your style in her collection. |
Susan Crawford VintageWhen Susan Crawford isn't knitting, designing, writing, or researching her next book on Vintage knitting design, she is taking care of her family and 100 sheep, 30 chickens and 2 sheep. Susan has been an independent designer for over 20 years. Her full range of patters focuses on vintage designs using her own line of wool. |
TashKnitsTash is a UK Independent Knitwear Designer. Her collection of patterns are focused on socks featuring textured stitches and lacy details. Check out Tash's website for tutorials and to follow her blog |
Victoria Marchant KnitsVictoria Marchant of Victoria Marchant Knits is an inclusive sizing, body positive designer. A former programmer, Victoria enjoys deconstructing garments and items to understand their construction and find new, interesting ways to create them. Her work focuses on creating a polished item and includes both knitwear and crochet accessories. |
The Wayward KnitterKat Riddel's motto is "knit first, ask questions later," and her designs focuses on "why the hell not" Kat's full range of patterns provide every day wear that can easily fit into your wardrobe. But, her exploration of color and technique keeps projects interesting and enjoyable. |
Windswept DesignsTired of sheep's wool? Prefer cotton (gasp)? Monique Leonard has patterns for you. Highly allergic to sheep's well, Monique's work features cotton and less common animal fibers, which can also be adapted to other fibers. Many of her patterns interesting techniques combined with calming stockingnette or garter. When not designing Monique hosts Knitting on the Run Podcast. |
WIP InsanityWIP Insanity has been knitting for 40 years and designing for 20. She enjoys creating pieces that look complex, but are still approachable in execution. Much of her work features stunning color work, while others focus on texture moving in unexpected directions. |
With WoolApril Klich taught herself to knit in college. She now has a line of knit accessories and homeboods. April's patterns focus on small details to make unique projects. April's offers her tutorials and patterns on a value for value model. Which means she accepts no advertising and patterns are available based on what you can afford to pay. |
*All links on "The Fiber Indy List" are to non-Ravelry webpages. However, designer's personal websites/blogs may contain unmarked links to Ravelry.
I make my best effort to screen websites to ensure they comply with the goals of this list. However, I cannot and do not guarantee that links on other business websites are safe.
I make my best effort to screen websites to ensure they comply with the goals of this list. However, I cannot and do not guarantee that links on other business websites are safe.
I'm providing these links and descriptions to help makers find patterns outside of Ravelry and to showcase these amazing designers. And seriously they are all amazing. Designers do no pay me to be added to this list. In short this is a labor of love. If you would like to leave me a tip and help support my efforts please consider "Buying me a Coffee"
*All links on "The Fiber Indy List" are to non-Ravelry webpages. However, designer's personal websites/blogs may contain unmarked links to Ravelry.
I make my best effort to screen websites to ensure they comply with the goals of this list. However, I cannot and do not guarantee that links on other business websites are safe.
I make my best effort to screen websites to ensure they comply with the goals of this list. However, I cannot and do not guarantee that links on other business websites are safe.
